1988 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Mustang.
Because 1988 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Mustang | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Civic |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |